19 May 1885
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Newspaper
Springfield Globe Republic
Location
Springfield, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1885
Page
1
Fair weather in Cre Valley with variable winds and warmer temperatures. A slight rise in the lower temperature contrasts with a cooling trend in extreme northern portions.
A turbulent sale notice promises drastic price drops across hats underwear and sailor suits with items priced from 20c to $2.00. It touts fixed wholesale levels and emphasizes that only their store offers steady quality at consistent wholesale prices, urging shoppers to act quickly.
Professor Henry Enel died at his Washington City residence of heart disease after being found in bed. A Maryland train accident in Culverton killed David Wilson instantly, while a separate incident in Canton Md. reported a fatality on the Northern Central line. Population figures show 204,100 in an area, up 4,000 since 1980. News from New York honors Minister He Roberts at a banquet, while Denver and the Great Strikes feature riotous demonstrations. one worker was beaten. A carriage company scandal case surfaces with L T Bowalding and others involved, and government reports discuss the Jolur Kowol appointment and related inquiries.
Logan is reelected United States Senator amid Democratic and Republican maneuvers. Reports from May describe Logan’s victory and party tactics, with mentions of other political figures and national events, including regional updates and a noted mining incident in Wyoming.
The Senate approved a licensing measure requiring all telegraph and telephone corporations operating in the state to file annual reports with the Auditor of Public Accounts by January 10 1486 and each year thereafter. The bill sets reporting requirements on mileage operated within the state gross receipts and other key metrics, moving toward greater regulatory oversight.
The report details a vast monetary hoard and exact counts of silver and gold in the Treasury. A formal recount showed coin and paper values totaling hundreds of millions. Officials note the balance of hard money, certificates, and bonds, with scrutiny of weights and standard measures.
White items including Ecru and Cream laces and flouncings. Magnificent variety of Swice and Nainsook embroideries in Cream and White. 12 inch flouncings from 75 cents. Navy Blue and Cardinal, Pink and Blue Gingham embroideries. Twenty five percent cheaper than box suits. Fancy lace effects in white goods. Moderately priced novelties.
Local shop unveils a lively assortment of parasols, sun umbrellas, evening and dress fans, plain and hand painted, plus evening shawls and novelties. Special lot offered at unusually low prices for quality, inviting shoppers to explore the new arrivals.
Rear Admiral reports insurgents defeated near Barnaquita on May 19. Galois directs withdrawal of Colombian forces and boats return to Barnaquita. Officials warn no major operations possible unless Colombian troops depart.
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